Laide Bakare revisits feud with Eniola Badmus in new interview despite apology
Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has reopened her disagreement with colleague Eniola Badmus in a new interview.
What she said
Speaking in an interview with media personality Chude Jideonwo, reported on Friday, 6 November 2026, Bakare recalled an incident in which Badmus allegedly told people not to film the two of them together because they were not friends. Bakare said she was equally not interested in a friendship with someone who did not want to be associated with her. She acknowledged that Badmus had later apologised, but appeared to question the circumstances of the apology. She also made a remark about Badmus's appearance, saying she did not find her attractive even with make-up, filters and weight loss.
A friendship that broke down
Bakare also spoke about how close the two once were. She said Badmus knew her family well and often visited their home, where Bakare's mother would cook for them.
Background
Both women are well-known actresses in the Yoruba and English-language film industries. Badmus has been open about her weight-loss journey in recent years. Badmus has not publicly responded to the latest comments.
How people reacted
Many social media users criticised Bakare's comment about Badmus's looks, saying it was unkind and unnecessary, especially after an apology. Others said the actress was entitled to share her side of the story and urged both women to settle their differences privately.
- Bakare said Badmus told people not to film them together.
- She acknowledged Badmus had apologised.
- Her remark about Badmus's looks drew criticism.
